Robo Arete
Series A in 2022
Robo Arete is a robotics company specializing in the Food and Beverage (F&B) industry, established with the goal of innovating humanity's culinary culture and F&B business through the Robotics Kitchen. Comprising experts in robotics who directly execute development, deisgn, programming, and assembly of robotics automation systems, the team possess a comprehensive understanding of robotics.
As a first project, we developed a robotics system equipped with the capability to automatically fry a variety of menu items, ranging from chicken to French fries. Since 2020, we have been operating our own chicken brand, "Robert Chicken," testing and continously enhancing the system in diverse environmnets, including delivery-focused stores, restaurants with dine-in options, shared kitchens, food trucks and others.
The Robo Arete frying robot solution has been successfully implemented in various brands, including GS25, BHC, Hangry Joe's Hot Chicken, and ORG. The Robert Chicken familiy is expanding not only in South Korea but also in several countries. Franchise stores of Robert Chicken are set to open in the United States, Mexico, the Philippines, Singapore, and other countries in the first half of 2024, as part of an active pursuit of global market expansion.
Robo Arete is also in the process of developing automation solutions for various cooking processes beyond frying, including hamburger patties and noodles. Additionally, we have developed robotic bartender for soju cocktails, currently being installed at the flagship Robert Chicken store in New York, with plans for public unveiling in the first half of 2024.
Dohands Corporation
Series B in 2021
Dohands Corporation offers logistics and fulfillment technology tailored to e‑commerce businesses. The company manages overseas shipping, inventory control, and short‑term delivery, and provides alternatives to crowdfunding, pre‑orders, and promotional shipping. Its services aim to reduce costs and simplify the transport and delivery process for online sellers. Founded in 2013, the firm is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
Novelty Nobility
Series B in 2021
Novelty Nobility is a biotechnology company specializing in the research and development of antibody-based therapeutics targeting novel angiogenesis factors. The company focuses on ophthalmology and oncology, aiming to address unmet medical needs through innovative treatments.
kukka is a Seoul-based flower company founded in 2014 that provides flower delivery and subscription services for offices, showrooms, ateliers, events, and homes through retail stores and online channels. Its offerings include corporate event flowers, promotional flower boxes, customer-care flowers, and floral decorations, as well as flower subscription, bouquet delivery (including same-day service), and custom flower design. The company serves individual and corporate customers, enabling them to order fresh flowers online and for workplace environments.
Finda operates an online platform that compares various financial products such as mortgage, personal loans, P2P loans, and investments. Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, the company aims to provide customized financial services and timely information by integrating data from diverse industries.
Ziptoss Co., Ltd., established in 2016 and based in Seoul, South Korea, operates an online platform that facilitates the search for rental properties in the country. The company's core business is to disrupt the South Korean real estate industry by offering a free brokerage service for tenants, providing transparent information, and charging reliable offline fees. Ziptoss's services include an application that offers online property listings, sales advertisements, and brokerage services for foreign tenants, all while directly sourcing data from landlords, enabling tenants to secure accommodations without incurring third-party fees.
Wishket
Venture Round in 2018
Wishket operates an online platform connecting businesses with freelance developers for IT projects. Founded in Seoul, South Korea in 2012, Wishket facilitates secure and cost-effective outsourcing by matching corporate projects with suitable freelancers.
LUXI Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company that specializes in developing a ride-sharing application designed to facilitate carpooling. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seongnam-si, LUXI connects drivers and passengers who have similar commuting routes. The platform aims to address traffic congestion and environmental issues by promoting a safe and enjoyable carpool culture. Through its application, LUXI seeks to enhance the commuting experience for both drivers and passengers, providing mutual benefits to its users.
LUXI Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company that specializes in developing a ride-sharing application designed to facilitate carpooling. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seongnam-si, LUXI connects drivers and passengers who have similar commuting routes. The platform aims to address traffic congestion and environmental issues by promoting a safe and enjoyable carpool culture. Through its application, LUXI seeks to enhance the commuting experience for both drivers and passengers, providing mutual benefits to its users.
Speclipse
Venture Round in 2016
Speclipse, Inc. is a medical technology company focused on developing innovative diagnostic devices for skin cancer detection. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seongnam-si, South Korea, with an additional office in Sunnyvale, California, the company specializes in real-time, non-invasive cancer diagnosis through patented laser-induced plasma spectroscopy technology and machine learning algorithms. Speclipse's product offerings include the Spectra-Scope, which can be attached to existing aesthetic lasers for skin cancer diagnosis, as well as a stand-alone system that operates independently of other equipment. Their technology is utilized in both pathology labs for analyzing biopsy samples and during oncological surgeries for immediate diagnostic results, enabling healthcare professionals to detect early-stage skin cancer efficiently while minimizing the need for invasive procedures.
Wishket operates an online platform connecting businesses with freelance developers for IT projects. Founded in Seoul, South Korea in 2012, Wishket facilitates secure and cost-effective outsourcing by matching corporate projects with suitable freelancers.